El Salvador - Wikipedia
WEBEl Salvador, officially the Republic of El Salvador, is a country in Central America. It is bordered on the northeast by Honduras, on the northwest by Guatemala, and on the south by the Pacific Ocean. El Salvador's capital and largest city is San Salvador. The country's population in 2023 was estimated to be 6.5 million.
El Salvador | History, Flag, Map, Population, Capital, Religion ...
WEB3 days ago · El Salvador, country of Central America. El Salvador is the smallest and most densely populated of the seven Central American countries. Despite having little level land, it traditionally was an agricultural country, heavily dependent upon coffee exports. By the end of the 20th century, however, the service sector had come to dominate the economy.
Salvador, Bahia - Wikipedia
WEBCoordinates: 12°58′29″S 38°28′36″W. Salvador [n 1] is a Brazilian municipality and capital city of the state of Bahia. Situated in the Zona da Mata in the Northeast Region of Brazil, Salvador is recognized throughout the country and internationally for …
Salvador | History, Culture & Attractions | Britannica
WEBMar 22, 2024 · Salvador, city, major port, and capital (since 1889) of Bahia estado (state), northeastern Brazil. It is the country’s third largest city. Salvador is situated at the southern tip of a picturesque, bluff-formed peninsula that separates Todos os Santos Bay, a deep natural harbour, from the Atlantic Ocean. The city has a hot tropical climate ...
El Salvador - World Factbook Glyph
WEB3 days ago · El Salvador achieved independence from Spain in 1821 and from the Central American Federation in 1839. A 12-year civil war, which cost about 75,000 lives, was brought to a close in 1992 when the government and leftist rebels signed a treaty that provided for military and political reforms. El Salvador is beset by one of the world's …
22 things to know before going to El Salvador - Lonely Planet
WEBJan 30, 2024 · 1. Enjoy both a city and beach vacation. El Salvador is about 8000 sq miles (21,000 sq km) – roughly the same size as fellow Central American country Belize – yet highly ecologically diverse. This combination makes a five-night trip encompassing the capital city of San Salvador and the Pacific coast (about a 45-minute drive away) …
history of El Salvador - Encyclopedia Britannica
WEBApr 5, 2024 · El Salvador. history of El Salvador, a survey of important events and people in the history of El Salvador from the time of European settlement. Bounded by Honduras to the north and east, by the Pacific Ocean to the south, and by Guatemala to the northwest, El Salvador is the smallest and most densely populated country in Central …
Salvador – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WEBSalvador is the capital of the state of Bahia, Brazil. With a charming Old Town (a World Heritage Site ), a vibrant musical scene and popular Carnaval celebrations, it is considered one of the birthplaces of Brazilian culture. It is the biggest city in the Northeast region, and was the first capital of Brazil. Understand [ edit]
El Salvador Maps & Facts - World Atlas
WEBDec 19, 2023 · El Salvador, the smallest and most densely populated country in Central America, shares its borders with Guatemala to the northwest, Honduras to the north and east, and the Pacific Ocean to the south. It encompasses a total area of approximately 21,041 square kilometers (8,124 square miles).
San Salvador - Wikipedia
WEBSan Salvador (Spanish pronunciation: [san salβaˈðoɾ];) is the capital and the largest city of El Salvador and its eponymous department. It is the country's political, cultural, educational and financial center. The Municipality of San Salvador has 209,633 inhabitants (2020).
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